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Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital (SPBH) is a behavioral hospital that offers a full continuum of care including inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services and a wide range of specialized, evidence-based programs to all patients, regardless of ability to pay. We are dedicated to creating a therapeutic healing environment, in which patients and care givers feel comfortable and grow. Washington’s newest behavioral health hospital in Marysville, WA is currently hiring a Clinical Nurse Educator/ Infection Control Nurse.
If you feel that your skills and compassion fit with our vision for person-centered care and want to make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply today!
Title: Clinical Nurse Educator/ Infection Control Nurse
Department: Nursing
Location: 3955 156th Street NE, Marysville, WA 98271
Position Description:
The Clinical Nurse Educator/ Infection Control Nurse provides clinical education and evaluation to nursing and patient care staff and facilitates required training to nursing staff. Collaborates with medical practitioners to incorporate nursing processes into the plan of care for a specialized group of patients. Performs direct specialty nursing services to patients as required, ensuring adherence to Joint Commission standards and all related company policies, procedures, and guidelines. This position is also a Registered Nurse responsible for coordinating the activities of the Infection Control Program, assuming direct responsibility for infection surveillance and reporting, and providing technical support and education for the hospital staff.
Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital offers competitive rates and benefits including:
- 100% Company paid medical benefits (up to family coverage)
- Dental and Vision Plans
- Paid Time Off
- Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
Education: A graduate of an appropriately accredited school of nursing, is licensed by the State to practice as a Registered Nurse and demonstrates an understanding of the principles of epidemiology and infectious disease in the hospital. MSN preferred.
Experience: A minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a Registered Nurse and experience with Infection Control preferred. Nursing leadership in training and formulating curriculum preferred.
Licensure: Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Washington.
Additional Requirements: A thorough knowledge of The Joint Commission, CMS, OSHA regulations and all other state and federal regulatory standards
To learn more about Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital, please visit:
- https://www.smokeypointbehavioralhospital.com/
At Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.
We bring psychiatric and substance abuse care to underserved communities. We develop an array of specialized programs in response to community need and partner with existing medical providers to expand services and improve access to care. We utilize a collaborative team approach to meet the diverse behavioral health needs of the patients we serve in a patient centered trauma informed approach.
